Glenmorangie The Nectar D’Or Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Distillery Background and History

Glenmorangie Distillery, founded in 1843 in Tain, Ross‑shire, is the most awarded Highland distillery, known for its towering stills and innovative use of diverse casks. Now part of LVMH, it combines traditional craftsmanship with cask experimentation to create rich and elegant single malts  .

Master Distiller and Production Philosophy

Under Dr Bill Lumsden, Director of Whisky Creation, Nectar D’Or was inspired by French patisserie techniques. It redefines sweet finishes with dessert-wine casks and celebrates rich, balanced complexity through meticulous cask selection  .

Source of Ingredients (Grain, Water, Yeast)

Crafted from 100 % Highland-grown malted barley and pure Tarlogie Spring water, using proprietary yeast strains to maintain signature fruity and floral Highland character  .

Distillation Process

Distilled in Glenmorangie’s iconic 26‑ft copper pot stills with tall necks, fostering a light, aromatic spirit. Non-chill filtered to deliver full mouthfeel and aromatic depth  .

Maturation & Cask Information

Matured for ten years in ex-bourbon American oak barrels, then finished for two years in hand-selected Sauternes (and occasionally other sweet wine) French barriques. This imparts honeyed warmth, dessert spice, and elegant sugar richness  .

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Apricot preserves, honeycomb, walnuts, ripe green grapes, citrus zest, and nougat 

• Palate: Silky and rich with lemon meringue, baked apples, white chocolate, coconut, ginger, nutmeg, and toasted almonds 

• Finish: Medium-long with spiced oak, milk chocolate, and lingering dry citrus edges 

Food Pairing Suggestions

Ideal with crème brûlée, fruit tarts, crème fraîche desserts, honeyed nut platters, mild blue cheeses, and smoked salmon appetizers to echo its creamy sweetness and spice balance.

Serving Suggestions and Ideal Glassware

Serve neat or with a splash of water in a Glencairn or tulip glass at 18–20 °C. Allow ~10 minutes in the glass for its layered aromas to reveal themselves  .

Storage and Aging Potential

Once bottled, aroma and flavor remain stable if stored upright, cool, and dark. No further maturation occurs post-bottling but the whisky preserves its polished balance for years  .

Grain Type & Mash Bill

Single malt—100 % malted barley.

ABV (Alcohol by Volume)

46 % ABV, non-chill filtered  .